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Nutrition

Smoothies

Refuelling cranberry and tangerine smoothie
Festive fruit drink

Get your zing back after a tough Christmas workout with this energy-restoring beverage

Ingredients

60ml cranberry juice
2 tangerines
½ banana
3 strawberries
Crushed ice

Tangerines

These contain lots of vitamin C, which is vital for the formation of connective tissue and hormones that are produced and used when training.

Banana

The quick-release carbs in bananas will help refuel and replenish depleted glycogen reserves.

Strawberries

The vitamin C and flavonoids in strawberries will protect cells and tissues from free radicals.

Cranberry juice

This juice is packed with powerful antioxidants that will aid recovery and soothe sore muscles.

Now try this delicious fruity muscle smoothie.

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